The Board of Enfants du Monde has appointed Myriam Gallio as Secretary General, effective 1 July 2026. Nicolas Bach, previously Director of Administration and Finance, has been appointed Deputy Secretary General.
These appointments mark a new chapter for Enfants du Monde. They come at a time of profound organisational transformation in a rapidly changing international cooperation landscape, while ensuring continuity in the organisation’s mission and commitments to its partners.
Extensive Knowledge of Enfants du Monde
Since joining Enfants du Monde in 2016, Myriam Gallio has served as Deputy Secretary General while also leading the organisation’s programmes. She has played a central role in overseeing the education and health portfolios, guiding their strategic development, and leading the organisational repositioning required by an evolving global context. She has also held significant responsibilities in institutional leadership, team management, partner engagement, and organisational change.
A Career Built on Field Experience and International Expertise
With more than twenty years of experience, Myriam Gallio brings a strong foundation in international cooperation. Before joining Enfants du Monde, she held positions with UNICEF Nepal, the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) in Bern and Cambodia, as well as several international NGOs. These experiences enabled her to work at the intersection of strategic management, institutional representation, policy dialogue, programme oversight, and the development of high-quality approaches, particularly in education and training.
“I take on this new role with determination and optimism, alongside our dedicated teams and partners. Enfants du Monde is an organisation whose mission is more relevant than ever in today’s world, marked by growing divisions, geopolitical tensions, environmental crises, and rising inequalities, polarisation and disinformation. More than ever, we need education and health approaches that empower people to become free, adaptable and responsible. Approaches that strengthen critical thinking, agency, and the participation of individuals and communities. Whether through education, vocational training or health promotion, this is the ambition to which Enfants du Monde is committed.” Myriam Gallio, Secretary General
A Leadership Team Strengthened by Nicolas Bach’s Expertise
organisational governance, performance management, and the long-term sustainability of the organisation’s operating model.
In this new leadership configuration, Enfants du Monde will continue its commitment to children, young people, mothers and the communities it supports, with the ambition of combining programme quality, institutional transformation and unwavering commitment to its mission.
“The Board places its full confidence in Myriam Gallio and Nicolas Bach to lead Enfants du Monde through this new chapter. Their in-depth knowledge of the organisation, their complementary strengths, and their ability to drive the necessary transformations are key assets for the future.” Robert Thomson, President
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